Alternatively you could say that - whilst indisputably wasteful - these wages paved the way for our future success. Due to Financial ‘Fair Play’ we’d have been stuck with even less ability to pay decent wages had we not brought in any high earners before the ruling fully kicked in. We’re hindered enough by this as it is.

Also, whilst clearly not on the same scale, Gaston was our Manchester City/‘Robinho’ in kind. The transfer demonstrated that we’re worthy of consideration in the transfer market and arguably opened up the possibility of signing the likes of Wanyama, Lovren (RIP), Mané, Pelle, Bertrand, Forster et al.

He was hardly mad just simply a self indulgent twat who couldn’t be arsed, hardly a footballing genius. He has been shite for years, hence his number of clubs and no deals.

This is just bullshit. It’s one of those things that people say, and it shows those people really haven’t a clue. Gaston hasn’t worked out for us, and that is indeed a shame. But he is neither talentless, nor was he lazy.

Further evidence, Norwich for Champions League (actually relegated) & Ricky van Wolfswinkle is an amazing player (scored 1 goal all season).